Buddhism Quote by Anonymous
““The best system of religion is that which best trains us to surrender unto the Supreme Lord. This is the basic principle underlying Bhagavad-gītā. We can select our own religion and be Hindu, Moslem, Buddhist, Christian or whatever, as long as we know the real purpose of religion. Indeed, Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam does not recommend that we give up our present religion, but it does hint at the purpose of religion. That purpose is love of Godhead, and that religion which teaches us best how to love the Supreme Lord is the best religion.””
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown source, spiritual teaching
The best religion is one that teaches love for the Supreme, regardless of label; true purpose is devotion, not doctrine.
In simple terms: Religion’s goal is love of the divine.
Key Takeaway
Seek love, not labels.
Themes
spirituality
religion
devotion
universality
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal practice
- interfaith community
- scriptural study
- meditation
Key Concepts
theology
interfaith dialogue
philosophy of religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does love of the divine mean to you?
- How can you practice devotion beyond rituals?
A Different Perspective
Dogmatic adherence can hinder true devotion.
![“The extraction of discrete parts of Chöd teachings from their broader philosophical contexts is symptomatic of how Chöd has been incorporated into and transmitted through other Tibetan Buddhist lineages. For example [...] Chöd practices gradually merged with pre-existing models of deity yoga, such…” quote by Michelle Sorensen](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b05/michelle-sorensen-60370_2013_the-extraction-of-discrete-parts-of-ch-d_4303.jpg)